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Dogsled Tours

Dogsled Tours

In Greenland, dogsledding is not merely a tourist attraction. It’s a way of life.

Find the perfect dog sledding tour for you here, whether it’s a short 2-hour tour or a multi-day expedition type trip.

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    Dogsled tour | Ilulissat | Disko bay

    Dogsled tour | Ilulissat | Disko bay

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    2 hours
    From 2200 DKK
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    Dog sledding tour to the UFO cabin | Sisimiut

    Dog sledding tour to the UFO cabin | Sisimiut

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    Sisimiut
    Duration
    4 hours
    From 2100 DKK
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    4 hours Dogsledding tour| Ilulissat | Disko Bay

    4 hours Dogsledding tour| Ilulissat | Disko Bay

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    4 hours
    From 3100 DKK
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    Dog sledding expedition | Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut | West Greenland

    Dog sledding expedition | Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut | West Greenland

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    Kangerlussuaq
    Duration
    3 days
    From 17800 DKK
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    Ride Snowmobile & Dog Sled and visit UNESCO Heritage Site | Ilulissat

    Ride Snowmobile & Dog Sled and visit UNESCO Heritage Site | Ilulissat

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    4 hours
    From 3100 DKK
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    Perfect winter tour with snow and ice | Ilulissat & Nuuk | 8-days

    Perfect winter tour with snow and ice | Ilulissat & Nuuk | 8-days

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    From Copenhagen
    Duration
    8 days
    From 27500 DKK
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    Discover Dogsledding | 2 hours | Sisimiut

    Discover Dogsledding | 2 hours | Sisimiut

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    Sisimiut
    Duration
    2 hours
    From 4400 DKK
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    Accommodation & tours included!
    Highlights of the Arctic winter in 5 days | Ilulissat | Disko Bay

    Highlights of the Arctic winter in 5 days | Ilulissat | Disko Bay

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    5 days
    From 11700 DKK
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  • Dogsledding - 4 hours | Uummannaq | North Greenland

    Dogsledding – 4 hours | Uummannaq | North Greenland

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    Uummannaq
    Duration
    4 hours
    From 4200 DKK
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    Multi-day Dogsledding from Tasiilaq | East Greenland

    Multi-day Dogsledding from Tasiilaq | East Greenland

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    Kulusuk
    Duration
    8 days
    From 26600 DKK
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  • New Tour!
    8 Days on the Hunters’ Track – Dog Sledding, Glaciers & Inuit Culture | East Greenland

    8 Days on the Hunters’ Track – Dog Sledding, Glaciers & Inuit Culture | East Greenland

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    Kulusuk
    Duration
    8 days
    From 23300 DKK
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  • Dogsledding - 2 hours | Uummannaq | North Greenland

    Dogsledding – 2 hours | Uummannaq | North Greenland

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    Uummannaq
    Duration
    2 hours
    From 2400 DKK
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    Children friendly tour!
    Family friendly Dogsledding Express tour | Ilulissat

    Family friendly Dogsledding Express tour | Ilulissat

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    1.5 hours
    From 1750 DKK
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  • LAST SEATS!
    Luxury Arctic Escape – Aurora Cabins & Helicopter Glacier Tour | 5-Days | Ilulissat

    Luxury Arctic Escape – Aurora Cabins & Helicopter Glacier Tour | 5-Days | Ilulissat

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    From Copenhagen
    Duration
    5 days
    From 31300 DKK
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    Arctic Circle Winter Adventure | Nuuk & Sisimiut | 8 Days

    Arctic Circle Winter Adventure | Nuuk & Sisimiut | 8 Days

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    From Copenhagen
    Duration
    8 days
    From 25995 DKK
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    Dog Sledding the Arctic Circle Trail to “the Viewpoint” | Sisimiut

    Dog Sledding the Arctic Circle Trail to “the Viewpoint” | Sisimiut

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    Sisimiut
    Duration
    8 hours
    From 4500 DKK
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  • Best of winter in Greenland | 5 Days in Sisimiut, West Greenland

    Best of winter in Greenland | 5 Days in Sisimiut, West Greenland

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    Sisimiut
    Duration
    5 days
    From 9300 DKK
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    Ice fishing with local fisherman at UNESCO heritage site | Ilulissat

    Ice fishing with local fisherman at UNESCO heritage site | Ilulissat

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    8 hours
    From 3700 DKK
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  • Including flights from Iceland!
    Choose your own Winter Adventure | Ilulissat | 4 Days

    Choose your own Winter Adventure | Ilulissat | 4 Days

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    4 days
    From 21000 DKK
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  • Authentic experience!
    Expedition on Dogsled | 2 Days | Ilulissat

    Expedition on Dogsled | 2 Days | Ilulissat

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    Ilulissat
    Duration
    2 days
    From 10700 DKK
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Frequently asked questions

Where can you go dog sledding in Greenland?

By law sled dogs are only allowed North of the Arctic Circle and on the East Coast. The only exception is the major Gateway to Greenland, Kangerlussuaq, which lies just South of the Arctic Circle.

When is the dogsledding season?

Dog sledding is a winter thing, but as the climate changes drastically in these years, it is difficult to say exactly when the season will start and end. Some winters dogsledding can start at the end of the year, other times it is not until January or even February. The further north, the longer the season. It also depends on whether you are driving on sea ice or on land, but generally, April is the last month. Some summers you can ride a dog sled on the glacier on Disko Island.

Why go on a dog sled tour in Greenland?

The very experience of being in nature, and only hearing the faint sound of the dog paws against the snow, is a unique experience that is difficult to describe and one that everyone should experience. And dog sledding is perhaps one of the greenest modes of transportation available.

What is the price for dog sledding tours in Greenland? 

The prices for dog sledding tours vary from time range and destination. You can find prices from 180 USD and up.    

How long does a dog sled tour take?

The time varies depending on which tour you wish. You can find short dog sled tours of two hours and up to multiple day tours. 

How many people can there be on a dogsled?

You can book a tour only as one person and up to six people depending on which tour operator. The commonly available seats on a single dog sled are two people. 

What if your tour gets canceled due to the weather?  

If your tour gets canceled due to the weather by us or the tour operator, we will reschedule your tour and if it doesn't align with your schedule, you will get a refund. 

What should you wear during a dog sled tour? 

Warm clothes! It can be cold, so make sure to have enough warm layers and warm shoes. 

Is there an age limit for dog sledding? 

There is no age limit for dog sledding tours. It is important to check up on the tour operator who has warm clothes for kids. 

Can you pet the sled dogs?

You can only pet the sled dogs if the musher allows you. So there is no guarantee for petting the dogs.

Can you ride the sled? 

You do not ride them yourself. It is always the musher that rides the sled.   

Can you do a tour while pregnant or having back problems? 

We do not advise going dog sledding if you are pregnant or have back problems due to the hard layer and the ride can be bumpy. 

Are sled dogs a protected dog breed?

It is not allowed to bring any other breed of dogs into the areas north of the Arctic Circle in Greenland.  This is a law made to protect the Greenlandic sled dog. Likewise, if a Greenlandic sled dog leaves the dog sled zone, it is not allowed to return.

Greenlandic sled dogs in numbers

There are less than 15,000 sled dogs in Greenland.  This is a declining number due to climate change and higher costs. The lack of sea ice means hunters no longer need dogsleds but are sailing during Winter. Cost wise the dogs are much more expensive to ‘maintain’ than a snowmobile or a small open boat.

Are the Greenlandic sled dogs unique?

The Greenlandic sled dog is a unique breed of husky that you can’t find anywhere else. They are known for intelligence and stamina during Arctic weather, like being able to work in freezing conditions and sleep outside.

Do the Greenlandic dog sleds run on one long line or in a fan formation?

In Greenland, the most common formation is to ride a sled with the dogs in a fan shape. This is because, on the west coast, driving is primarily on flat land and sea ice. On the east coast, you ride in the same way, but if you have to ride in high snow and steep mountains, you switch to riding with the dogs in a single-string formation.

Is Greenlandic dog sledding cruel?

If you have seen the dogs’ joy when they discover they are going out for a run, then you know the answer. The dog sled drivers who bring a dog whip only use it next to the dogs as a guide, never on the dogs themselves. One can always discuss whether it is okay to use dogs as draft animals, but the Greenland sled dogs often struggle to get into the middle where they pull the most, so it is in their DNA that happiness is to pull.

How fast can a dogsled go?

When driving fast, a dog sled can drive more than 30 kilometers per hour (20 mph) depending on the load. The norm, however, is a cruising speed of about 10 to 15 kilometers per hour (5 to 10 mph) depending on the terrain.

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